Does Senegal have a battery energy storage project?

The national electric utility of Senegal, Senelec, has signed a 20-year CCA with Infinity Power for a battery energy storage project.

Where would a power station be located in Senegal?

The power station would be located in Niakhar, in the Fatick Department of the Fatick Region of Senegal. Niakhar is located approximately 17 kilometres (11 mi), north of Fatick, the regional headquarters and nearest large town. This is about 152 kilometres (94 mi), southeast of Dakar, the capital and largest city of Senegal.

When will West African energy open a gas power station in Senegal?

West African Energy, a Senegalese energy company, plans to open Senegal’s first and largest 300 MW combined cycle gas power station in January 2024.

Does Senegal have a stable electricity supply?

In January the World Bank, in a feature on the transformative impact of a stable electricity supply since the beginning of 2025 in Ndorong Serere – a village located 100km from Senegal’s capital city Dakar – said the country’s commitment to universal electricity access is supported by innovative financing and strategic partnerships.

What is Senegal's 125 MW coal-fired power station?

Senegal’s Sendou coal-fired power station, with a capacity of 125 MW, has surpassed heavy fuel oil generators as the country’s most cost-effective source of baseload power. The project, which has been ongoing since 2007, is a regional success. It intends to enhance Senegal’s power dependability and cost through a “Build, Own, and Operate” model.

Is Senegal achieving universal energy access?

With a national electricity access rate of 84%, Senegal is making progress towards universal energy access, yet more than 30% of rural communities remain disconnected from the grid.